Quick note: If you live in Toronto, Ontario and you're consider private hip surgery, then you have to travel out-of-province to Montréal, QC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; or Vancouver, BC.
Under Section 10 of Ontario’s Commitment to the Future of Medicare Act, physicians are prohibited from accepting private payment for medically necessary services covered by OHIP, which is why residents must seek these options in provinces with different private-pay regulations. So you cannot pay for medically necessary surgery within the province as an Ontario resident.
For more information on why, please visit "I Live in Ontario, Where Can I Get Private Surgery."
What’s the Cost of a Private Hip Replacement in Toronto?
Typical patient-paid range
Hip replacements are a major surgery, with considerable costs. For patients paying privately, most hip replacement quotes you’ll see are in the range of:
$22,000 - $38,000+
A private quote often includes:
- Surgeon’s fee
- Anaesthesia / anaesthesiologist
- Accredited surgical facility fees
- Hip implant / prosthesis
It may or may not include:
- Pre-op imaging or lab work
- Overnight stay (if required)
- Post-op physiotherapy
- Mobility aids (walker/cane)
- Travel and lodging (for those coming from outside Toronto)
Always get an itemized quote so you understand what is and what is not included, as clinics bundle their offers differently.
For an idea of how much private surgeries cost privately in Canada, visit our Cost Guide.
Factors that influence the price
This is a major surgery, compared to minimally invasive hip surgery (which costs $15,000-$25,000). Private hip replacement costs vary because not every surgery is identical, and not every clinic bundles services the same way. Common price drivers include:
- Implant type and brand (your surgeon chooses what fits your anatomy and needs)
- Robotic assistance (if offered) and any additional planning requirements
- Surgeon experience and case complexity
- Facility overhead and reputation
- Bundled services (some clinics bundle follow-ups or early rehab; others don’t)
Also, Ontario has relatively higher costs (relative to Québec or Alberta, where costs are generally lower) because there are fewer private surgeons who can perform hip replacements due to clinical regulations around major joint replacements and generally underdeveloped private pathways compared to Québec and Alberta.
What’s Typically Included in a Private Quote?
Here’s a simple way to compare quotes—because “price” is meaningless if two clinics include different things.
Tip: Before you commit, request an itemized quote and ask what might change the price (for example, if your stay needs to be longer than expected).
Can You Get a Private Hip Replacement in Ontario?
Where care happens and how it works
Ontario’s public hip replacement pathway runs through OHIP and hospital systems. OHIP does not cover private patient-paid hip replacement surgery in private settings, which is why private options can look different than what people expect.
In practice, “private” pathways can include:
- Paying out-of-pocket at an accredited private centre where permitted
- Out-of-province options
- Booking a private consultation to get clarity on candidacy, timing, and next steps
The most important point is this: Private surgery in Canada is regulated, and patients should focus on accreditation, surgeon credentials, and transparent quotes, not just speed.
Timelines
The main reason people explore private pathways is timeline speed and clarity.
Some private clinics advertise consult-to-surgery timelines in the range of 2–6 weeks, depending on readiness, imaging, and scheduling. It’s important to treat those timelines as estimates, not promises. Your actual timing depends on:
- Your diagnosis being confirmed
- Your imaging being current
- Your medical clearance
- Surgeon and OR availability
Ontario wait times: why patients consider private options
Ontario often performs better than some provinces on wait-time benchmarks—but “better” can still mean months, especially if you’re trying to keep working, caring for family, or simply walking without pain.
A realistic way to think about it:
- Some patients move through faster
- Some patients wait longer due to triage, hospital capacity, and local backlogs
- “Average” doesn’t describe what it feels like to be the person still waiting
For hip replacements, 78% of patients treated within target time. Priority 4 patients are seen within 16 weeks; Priority 3 patients are seen within 12 weeks; Priority 2 patients are seen within 11 weeks.
For a better understanding of wait times and prioritization, see Orthopedic Surgery: Ontario.
Planning and paying for private hip surgery
Budgeting & typical line-items
If you’re considering an out-of-pocket hip replacement in Toronto, it helps to budget beyond the headline number. Here’s a simple “Toronto example” framework:
Financing & payment options
Some clinics work with financing partners, and some patients use lines of credit or health spending accounts (if available through work). The key is to read the fine print and ask:
- What is the deposit amount?
- What is refundable vs. non-refundable?
- What happens if medical clearance changes your plan?
For more information on financing options, visit our Financing Guide.
Tax & insurance notes
Some private medical expenses may qualify for CRA’s Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC), depending on your circumstances and documentation. In addition, some extended health plans may cover related costs (like rehab, mobility aids, or prescriptions), even if they do not cover the surgery itself.
Because coverage varies so much, a safe approach is:
- Confirm with your insurer before you book
- Keep detailed receipts
- Confirm with an accountant before claiming anything
(This is not financial advice.)
For guidance on the METC, see our METC Guide.
Making an informed decision about private hip replacement in Toronto
If you’re weighing a private option, here are the key takeaways:
- Private hip replacement quotes in Toronto/Ontario commonly fall around $22,000 - $38,000+
- The “real price” depends on what’s included: implant, anaesthesia, facility fees, imaging, rehab, and potential overnight stays.
- Public hip replacement is covered by OHIP, but wait times can extend for years.
- The safest path forward is to compare options based on accreditation, surgeon credentials, transparency, and a written itemized quote—not just the fastest date.
How Surgency helps
Surgency is a family physician-founded platform built for patients looking to:
- Compare accredited providers and clinics
- See transparent information (including pricing where available)
- Reach out to surgeons directly
- Move forward with more clarity and less guesswork
If you're interested in learning more about your private options for hip replacement, click here.
FAQs
What’s included in the price of a private hip replacement?
Often: surgeon fee, anaesthesia, facility fees, and the hip implant/prosthesis. Sometimes: pre-op tests, overnight stay, follow-ups, or early rehab. Usually not included: travel/lodging, extended physiotherapy, and caregiver costs.
Do Ontario residents travel out-of-province for hip replacement?
Yes, Ontarians must travel out-of-province for private pay surgery. If you’re considering this, make sure the clinic is accredited and that you have a clear follow-up plan when you return home.
Are financing plans available for private hip surgery?
Sometimes. Many clinics can point patients to third-party medical financing options. Always review interest rates, repayment terms, and cancellation/refund policies.
What’s the difference between robotic and traditional hip replacement?
Robotic assistance can help a surgeon plan and place components with added precision tools, but recovery and outcomes still depend on many factors (surgeon technique, rehab, patient health). It’s not automatically “better” for everyone—ask what benefits are expected in your case. For more information on different techniques, read Which Method of Hip Replacement is Best?
Medical disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a licensed health professional for diagnosis and treatment decisions.
